Vacation means enjoyment. And what’s better than a family outing! But have you ever thought that as you go on a weeklong vacation, how your home and other things are managed? Well, we think not! A refrigerator is one of the major appliances that must be cleaned and prepared before you leave for a long vacation. Fridge cleaning becomes necessary because the leftover food and other edible items like dairy products can catch up to the odor. And trust us – the odor of dairy products is way too bad! So, what to do in such a situation? Well, we need to keep our fridge clean before we go on a long vacation. You have to turn off every appliance and gadget before you go. Thus, you can clean every place in the house, but the refrigerator is a big problem!
Also, in some cases, the refrigerator builds up an unpleasant aroma over some time. The smell can be really bad and it can definitely affect the food. Though you might think that the food is safe, it is not! You can do two things before leaving, i.e., either eat the leftover edible things or discard them. If the odor is really bad, then it is best that you discard the food. But if you think that leaving the food for such a long time will not be a good idea, then you can eat it.
Both ways, the food has to be finished. After all, you should not be tense about anything on your vacation. Now, here arises one more instance, i.e., when you come back after the vacation, you can find the refrigerator having a bad smell. This happens when the food has rotten and needs to be discarded. One more alternative reason can be that the food has picked up the small and your fridge needs to be cleaned right away. No matter whatever the situation is, the fridge needs cleaning!
So, sit back and read some of the ways through which you can avoid odor in your refrigerator whether you come from a long vacation or go for a long vacation. Have a look!
How to get rid of odor from fridge
Holidays are fun. But it’s not right to be stressed about other things. Cleaning the refrigerator is not some rocket science. We will tell you the ways through which you can avoid bad smells in your refrigerator.
- Use Odor Removers
Odor removers are one of the best options to get rid of refrigerator odor. Keep an open container of baking soda on a back shelf. Baking soda has no odor of itself, but it is really helpful in eliminating other bad smells. It absorbs and neutralizes other aromas lurking in the fridge. As we said above; open a pack of baking soda and keep it on the top shelf. If you feel unpleasant smells starting to emerge, just toss the top shelf with another pack of baking soda. You can leave the baking soda box overnight to reduce and eliminate the smells.
- Apple Cider Vinegar
If your refrigerator smells really bad, then it’s time to use Apple Cider Vinegar. Combine Apple Cider Vinegar with water having a 1:3 ratio. Pour the mixture into a saucepan and boil it on a stovetop. Once the mixture starts boiling, remove it and further pour it into a heat-resistant glass bowl. Place the bowl in the freezer and leave it for 4-6 hours. Take the mixture out afterward and place it in the fridge to replace bad odors with a fruity smell.
- Activated Charcoal
Activated charcoal is not just for the face and skin awakening. It has much more associated to it as well! Fill 3 – 4 small bags with one cup of loose activated charcoal. Then, place the bags on the different shelves in the fridge. Set the temperature of the fridge low and leave the door closed for 3-5 days. After some days, you will definitely see that the odor has completely vanished.
- Coffee Grounds
This method is for those who can spend a longer duration of time cleaning the fridge. Coffee grounds take a long time to work but they can eliminate bad odors. If you don’t have to use the fridge for several days, then this method is for you! Spread dry coffee beans across 3-4 baking sheets. Place these sheets at different levels in the fridge. Doing this will help you in getting rid of odor within 4-5 days. After 4 days, remove the coffee beans and wash baking sheets. Put your food back into the fridge afterward.
- Remove Everything
One of the easiest ways to get rid of the odor is by removing everything. Just remove every leftover food and scrub the walls of the fridge. Wash the fridge while it’s unplugged and leave the door open for some time. Further, if you feel that the food is okay, then you can place it back in the fridge. If you feel that the food is not fit for eating, then discard it. Keeping rotten foods can let bad odors to emerge again.
So, these are some of the fridge cleaning tips that you can use before going or after coming from a long vacation. And not just vacation, if you feel that your refrigerator has a bad odor, you can clean it by using the tips mentioned above. Try them and tell us which the best way of cleaning was.
FAQs
- How can my fridge stop smelling bad?
You can use the ways mentioned above to stop the refrigerator from smelling. These ways are effective and can be used anytime. Remember to unplug the refrigerator before you try these methods. Try any of them now!
- How do you deodorize a fridge quickly?
Pour a little vanilla extract into a bowl and place it in the fridge. This will absorb odors and give a pleasant smell to your refrigerator. Try it now!
- Does baking soda really work?
Yes, baking soda is really a good option when it comes to odor elimination. Just keep a box of baking soda open in the fridge. You will see that the odor will be eliminated overnight.
